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The Role of the Earth's Magnetic Field in Ozone Depletion
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What is the primary function of the Earth's magnetic field in relation to ozone depletion?
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It deflects harmful solar radiation away from the Earth.
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The Earth's magnetic field acts as a shield, deflecting harmful solar radiation, including high-energy particles and cosmic rays, away from the Earth's atmosphere, thus protecting the ozone layer from degradation.